How many points is RECOILS worth in Scrabble?

RECOILS is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RECOILS?

RECOILS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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RECOILS

9 pts

RECOILS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. RECOILS is a verb form of recoil. RECOIL means "to draw back in fear or disgust".

Meaning & examples

noun

A starting or falling back; a rebound; a shrinking.
Example: the recoil of nature, or of the blood
The state or condition of having recoiled.
The energy transmitted back to the shooter from a firearm which has fired. Recoil is a function of the weight of the weapon, the weight of the projectile, and the speed at which it leaves the muzzle.

Synonyms: kick

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

RECOILS is a verb form of recoil. RECOIL means "to draw back in fear or disgust".

In a sentence: "They recoils."

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RECOIL8 pts

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Letter Values

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RECOILS Scrabble FAQ

Is RECOILS a Scrabble word?: RECOILS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does RECOILS mean?: RECOILS is a verb form of recoil. RECOIL means "to draw back in fear or disgust".
How do you use RECOILS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They recoils."
How many points is RECOILS worth in Scrabble?: RECOILS is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RECOILS?: RECOILS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).